About the course

The Department of Special Education (EDSP) offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree which is designed to prepare individuals to conduct and disseminate research and prepare future teachers in special education. U.S. News and World Report has consistently ranked the EDSP program as one of the nation's leading programs in personnel preparation. Students accepted into the PhD program are prepared to assume faculty positions at research universities or leadership positions in state and local education agencies, policy organizations, or the federal government. The program is designed to: Prepare highly qualified scholars and researchers in the field of special education Prepare highly qualified teacher educators in the field of special education who can prepare personnel in the field of special education Prepare leaders, advocates, and policy developers who will make an impact upon the education and lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 7 Semester(s)Fees: US$113,715

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	College Park
Fall (August), 2025	College Park

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Maryland - College Park

Admission to the Ph.D. program requires:

　　The AGS program requires a 3.0 undergraduate GPA, a master’s GPA of 3.5, and submission of scores on the MAT, GRE, or Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators test. Admission to the Ph.D. program requires:

　　An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better,

　　A score on the Graduate Record Exam placing the student at or above the 50th percentile on verbal, quantitative, and analytic subtests,

　　Two years of research or work experience with exceptional populations,

　　Three letters of recommendation from individuals who have direct knowledge of the applicant’s academic capabilities, work experience, and professional characteristics,

　　A statement of academic and research goals including intended area of study, research interests, and plans for future employment,

　　Evidence of writing skills shown in the statement of academic and research goals,

　　EDMS Research Methods I or equivalent. IBT Toefl - 100 (Speaking - 22, Listening - 24, Reading - 26, Writing - 24 ), Ielts overall 7 (Listening -7, Reading – 7, Writing – 7, Speaking - 6.5)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Maryland - College Park. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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